Iceland Population Clock

Iceland population

407,484

Population changes approximately every seconds

Annual population growth rate (2023 - 2024): 1.24%

Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024

About the population of Iceland

According to the United Nations World Population Prospects 2024, the estimated population of Iceland is 407,484, growing at an annual rate of 1.24%. That works out to a net change of approximately 13 people per day or 0 per hour.

The population change in Iceland is driven by three components: approximately 4,367 births per year and 2,648 deaths per year, plus net migration. Together these components produce the overall growth rate of 1.24% per year.

The total fertility rate stands at 1.50 children per woman. Since this is below the replacement level of 2.1, the population of Iceland would decline over the long term without net immigration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current population of Iceland?

The current population of Iceland is approximately 407,484, growing at 1.24% per year.

How fast is the population of Iceland changing?

By approximately 13 people per day, or 0 per hour.

Are more people being born than dying in Iceland?

Yes. With approximately 4,367 births and 2,648 deaths per year, Iceland has a natural population increase of about 1,719 people annually.

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